I am proud of people who have overcome obstacles. One of them is Nels Matson, who was born with a congenital heart defect (CHD). At three years old he received a surgery. It was a hard operation, and the doctors didn’t think that he would be alive, but at age five the doctors said he was healthy. Since then, Nels started doing sport activities. He wrestled for Iowa University in college. Nels was my lab teacher at UM at IMG Academies when I first met him. In the morning, when everybody just woke up and just ate breakfast, he is always fresh. In addition, he always finds something interesting for everyone. I’ve never a seen person like Nels. He is interested in everything. He has participated in many athletic events to raise money for the Children’s Heart Foundation. For instance, he completed a triathlon 70.3 miles (1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run). Moreover, he is bicycling across America now. Nels overcame his life obstacle and showed to many people that any difficulties can be overcome, even if you are born with some problems.
by Andrii Protsiuk (Photo: Nels and his Dad on the cycling journey across the U.S.)
by Andrii Protsiuk (Photo: Nels and his Dad on the cycling journey across the U.S.)
